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Storm damage roof report in Pyrford, Surrey
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Pyrford and the rest of Surrey. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Pyrford
After a storm, it helps to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We are not loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. We survey gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are holes or cracks caused by debris and damaged gutters and fascias.
Houses in smaller places like Pyrford can stand more in the open, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. A leak that only appears in certain weather often points to an exposed detail. It helps to know when and where the water appears. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Pyrford (GU22, KT14)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Pyrford
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- A price for the repairs
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Pyrford
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
Storm damage roof reports around Pyrford
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. The wider area around Pyrford has a long history of building, with Byfleet Manor about 2.2 miles east. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of the Good Shepherd, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. If you run a business near The Peacocks, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. For landlords with property near West Byfleet station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Pyrford is about 3 miles east of Woking, in Surrey. Surveys in Pyrford work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Our Surrey coverage includes Pyrford. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
Surveys in GU22 and KT14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Pyrford Woods Close, Pyrford Woods Road and Onslow Way. If you are just outside Pyrford, we cover Sheerwater (1 mile north-west), West Byfleet (1 mile north-east), Pyrford Village (1 mile south), Woodham (1 mile north) and Old Woking (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (6 miles south-west), Woking (3 miles west), Camberley (9 miles west), Epsom (11 miles east), Farnham (15 miles south-west) and Ewell (11 miles east).
What’s near Pyrford
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bishop David Brown School, The Station pub and The Bishop David Brown School and the streets around them. The closest station to Pyrford is West Byfleet station, about 1 mile north-east. Well-known places in the area include Woking Community Hospital (2 miles south-west) and The Peacocks (2 miles west). The countryside around Pyrford includes Papercourt Marshes and St Ann's Hill.
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. Each area is photographed and described.
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. A few suggestions:
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. If that doesn’t resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It normally takes about one to two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. A visit to Pyrford is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
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What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Pyrford
Will you come out to Pyrford?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Is my home in Pyrford listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it’s clear what we found. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We aren’t loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.